Chapitre 271: Chapter 189.2 : Deceived??
Meanwhile, in another realm...
On his drifting journey across the seas, Sun Wukong stirred from his slumber, rubbing his eyes as he awoke.
"When will I ever stumble upon immortality?" mused Sun Wukong in his native tongue.
As if in response to his query, his gaze fell upon the floating veil.
"What's this now!?" exclaimed Sun Wukong, taken aback.
In that moment, a beam of light darted forth from the veil, embedding itself into his brow.
"The Golden List..."
"The Myraid Worlds?"
"Could this bestow upon me the legacy of the venerable Monkey King?"
"What manner of legacy is this?"
However, the light beam rendered Sun Wukong immobile, akin to a celestial enchantment.
Could it be that Sun Wukong had been granted a destiny of immortality?
Being yet unversed in the intricacies of human society and devoid of literary knowledge, Sun Wukong failed to grasp the notions of Myraid Worlds or the promised legacy inscribed upon the veil.
Itched his ears and scratched his head in puzzlement, emitting a series of perplexed "Ai ai ai" sounds.
In the end, he resorted to prostrating before the golden list, chanting in his own tongue: "Atop the divine realms, revered by monkeys, beseeching the path to immortality."
Yet, despite his repeated entreaties, the veil remained impassive.
Until a gentle wave rocked his bamboo raft, causing it to sway like the floating veil.
Thinking it a sign of affirmation, Sun Wukong cried out, "Sun Wukong King is willing, Sun Wukong King is willing!"
Lo and behold!
Suddenly, information flooded the shimmering veil.
Ran laid eyes on the legendary Monkey King, whose gaze was round and ears brimming with hair, his mouth stretched wide, face gaunt, lips pointed, and legs seemingly shriveled, his stature barely reaching four feet, akin to a mischievous grandchild munching on pine cones. Though resembling a man, he lacked the usual complement of limbs.
Those eyes, they seemed to hold a conversation of their own.
In this moment, Ran felt a surge of excitement coursing through him.
Partly due to encountering the Sun Wukong.
Who hasn't been captivated by Sun Wukong's charm?
Despite his imperfections, his relentless pursuit of competing with the gods always left an indelible mark.
Yet, the source of Ran's excitement heightened further with the information displayed on the luminous screen. (Visible only to both parties of the inheritance)
Fiery Golden Pupil (to be awakened): Upon awakening, two golden beams can be emitted from the eyes, piercing through the celestial tower and descending into the underworld, capable of piercing through all illusions and mirages, observing the movements of stars in the heavens, discerning the hour of the sky, and understanding the auspiciousness of a place.
Sky-Repairing Merits (sealed): During the ancient battle against the Lich, Gonggong's fury led to the collapse of Buzhou Mountain, causing chaos in heaven and earth. With the hook broken, Gonggong used a stone to mend the sky. Yet, amidst the goddess Nuwa's mending, a rebellious stone tainted with the blood of the Chaos Demon Ape, refusing to be a mere celestial support, descended to the mortal realm, earning merits for mending the sky!
Essence of Heaven and Earth, Sun and Moon's Aura (sealed): The Divine Stone Monkey absorbed the essence of heaven and earth, as well as the radiance of the sun and moon from the ancestral veins of the ten continents and three islands, sealed due to merits and rhyme.
Chaos Demon Ape's Essence and Blood (with Awakening): Upon attaining Dao Fruit, one can comprehend the laws.
Only four treasures.
Even with inheritance, immediate transference is not possible.
Yet, Ran was engulfed in unparalleled excitement.
Foremost, the Fiery Golden Pupil held sway. It could be argued that the Stone Monkey's spirit could transform, comprehend celestial movements and time, understand locales, and fundamentally alter the course of stars and battles, albeit absent in the original narrative.
Sun Wukong is renowned for his pupil.
However, it now appears to be an infinitely enhanced version of the Golden Pupil.
"Actually, it's quite understandable," mused Ran.
In the original tale, it's stated that Sun Wukong's fiery eyes were crafted within the alchemical furnace of Taishang Laozi.
This Taishang Laozi, one of the three corpses of the sage Taiqing Laozi, is even Taiqing Laozi's younger brother. In the Fire Cloud Cave.
No matter how one slices it, he's hardly a benefactor inclined to shower others with boons.
Moreover, their encounter was rife with conflict, so why would Taishang Laozi bestow benefits upon Sun Wukong?
Weakening stronger eyes is hardly commendable.
In essence, Laozi embodies the Tao, and Sun Wukong's future confrontation with the Buddha is inevitable. He's destined to be deceived.
Everything is now clear, and the true intention behind the Fiery Golden Pupil is evidently to dismantle the original Po An Jinhui and render it a neutered version.
Sun Wukong possesses keen perception, as demonstrated in the original tale when he scrutinized lesser-known entities like the White Bone Spirit.
However, whenever he confronts formidable adversaries with magical artifacts and illustrious backgrounds, he appears utterly oblivious, and the hierarchy of the Lingming Stone Monkeys is entirely disregarded.
The picture is crystal clear now.
Subsequently, the commendable acts of mending the heavens are merely a routine in the sealing process.
Clearly, this aligns with the agenda of the Western religion.
Is challenging the Buddha really such a noble endeavor?
When all the celestial beings and deities are rallying behind you, can there be no ulterior motives?
Clearly, this is the case!
Furthermore, the essence of heaven and earth and the radiance of the sun and moon could elucidate why Sun Wukong achieved golden immortality within twenty years.
As for the vital essence of the Chaos Demon Ape, it represents the most fundamental and formidable obstacle.
Obtaining these would elevate one's status, even in the midst of the Great Desolation.
Though currently inaccessible, ascending to immortality in a single leap in the future is a tantalizing prospect.
"Brother Sun, let's strike a deal. I'll offer everything I possess in exchange for what you possess," Ran stated bluntly.
"What did you say, immortal?"
Sun Wukong scratched his ear in puzzlement, emitting a simian chitter.
Ran:
Is the challenge here the language barrier?
Is there a lapse in communication?
Golden List, your service leaves much to be desired.
État de l’alimentation hebdomadaire
-- Classement
Power Stone 
-- Power
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